Mac Jones has shown with the San Francisco 49ers that, in the right situation, he can be an NFL starting quarterback. His time in the Bay Area, stepping in for starter Brock Purdy, has reshaped the perception of the Alabama product as more than just a backup.

Teams usually don’t alternate offensive linemen because of the camraderie needed up front. However, it seems like the 49ers are testing it out early and Bartch gets more reps coming back from injury before potentially making a decision.

This quote from Shanahan reveals that the 49ers are open to bringing Purdy back even if he's not fully healthy. While they won't rush him back like they did earlier in the year, San Francisco is leaving the door open to Purdy making a return, even if he's not 100% healthy.

QB Brock Purdy connected with TE George Kittle for two touchdowns on the day, marking the 23rd touchdown pass that Purdy has thrown to Kittle. The duo's 23 touchdowns are the second-most by a 49ers QB/TE duo in franchise history.

The Atlanta Falcons traveled to Santa Clara, California to take on the San Francisco 49ers on "Sunday Night Football." Here's what happened in Week 7.